🇦🇹 Wien, Austria
magdas Hotel
📍 38, Ungargasse, Wien, 1030
Your stay — magdas Hotel
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The Property — magdas Hotel
Magdas Hotel is Vienna’s first hotel run by refugees and migrants, giving the lobby a quiet, purposeful hum. The converted retirement home feels more like a community café than a chain lobby — mismatched furniture, a small library wall, and a warm, unpolished welcome at the front desk. Rooms are spare but decent, with writing desks, solid Wi-Fi, and big windows; the best value is the sense that you’re funding a social enterprise, not just a bed. It suits solo travellers or couples who want a guilt-free budget base near the Prater, and who don’t mind basic bathrooms.
Chronicles of Wien
Vienna grew from a Roman garrison town (Vindobona) into the seat of the Habsburgs, who remodelled it into an imperial capital with grand boulevards, formal gardens, and the Ringstraße’s parade of museums and opera houses. After the 1918 collapse of the empire, Vienna shrank into a somewhat melancholy second-city, but the post-war decades saw it become the United Nations’ third city (UNO-City) and a hub for international conferences. Contemporary Vienna is famously liveable — green, bike-friendly, and obsessed with coffee-house culture — though its architecture now mixes baroque palaces with striking modern additions like the MuseumsQuartier and the gasometer redevelopments.
Best Time to Visit
Full Wien guide →Best months
May, June, and September offer long days, temperatures in the low 20s °C, and fewer crowds than peak July–August. The city’s parks and outdoor wine taverns (Heurigen) are at their best.
Peak / festival surge
July and August see peak tourist traffic, especially around the Prater and Schönbrunn. Hotel prices rise by roughly 30–50% from shoulder-season rates, driven by summer school holidays and the Danube Island Festival (Donauinselfest), which draws over two million visitors over a weekend in late June/early July.
Budget shoulder season
April and October offer significant discounts — often 20–30% off peak rates — with mild (if unpredictable) weather and far fewer queues at major sights. The Vienna City Marathon in April and the art fairs in October add interest without overwhelming the city.
Weather & packing
Vienna summers can swing from 35 °C heatwave to 15 °C thunderstorm in a day. Pack layers: a light jacket or cardigan for evenings, plus a reusable water bottle and a small umbrella.
Live City Briefing — Wien
- The U2 tram line is out of service between Schottentor and Karlsplatz for track renewal until September 2026; use the U2 Ubahn or bus replacement.
- Vienna’s new annual Klima-Ticket subscription now covers the entire public transport network (U-Bahn, trams, buses) for €3/day — worth buying for a single day if you plan to use it twice or more.
- The Prater’s main boulevard is being repaved through summer 2026, so expect minor rerouting around the Riesenrad entrance, but the park and fairground remain fully open.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to magdas Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the inner courtyard. Less street noise from Ungargasse, and the higher floors avoid ground-level bustle. The lift runs to all floors, so no stair pain.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st and 2nd floors facing Ungargasse. Street traffic and tram noise from the 38 address is persistent, especially on lower levels. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft — clanking can carry.
Best views
Courtyard view — no traffic, just the quiet Viennese residential block. Front rooms look onto Ungargasse’s townhouses and occasional tram, which has its own charm but less peace.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 through 5. The lift stops here, and you're above most street-level hubbub. Courtyard side is key.
🔊 Noise notes
Ungargasse carries tram line 71 and regular bus traffic. Street-facing rooms get rumble from 6am to midnight. The entrance at 38, Ungargasse sees foot traffic and taxi drop-offs. No major club or station, but it's a lively inner-city street.
Insider tips
1. Ask reception for a courtyard-facing room when you check in — they often accommodate mid-stay switches. 2. The breakfast room is on the ground floor; aim for a quiet slot around 8am to avoid the tour-group rush.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — magdas Hotel
Free unlimited Wi‑Fi for all guests, no login or time limit; speed suitable for video calls and streaming (approx 50 Mbps download)
One lift serves all floors; no stairs-only sections in the main building
Digital newspapers via PressReader available on request; no daily physical papers delivered; the building is a converted retirement home with original curved stairwell and preserved 1960s architecture
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop available from 08:00 at reception; late check-out until 12:00 (free), after that 50% of room rate until 18:00
Free storage at reception during your stay on check-in and check-out days
Step‑free access via ramp at main entrance; lift to all floors; one accessible guest room with roll‑in shower and grab bars; no wheelchair‑accessible public restrooms beyond reception
No on‑site or valet parking. Nearest public car park: Garage Ungargasse, Ungargasse 55, 1030 Vienna (5 min walk), 26 € per 24h (weekdays), 28 € (weekends). No EV charging on premises; public charging points 50 m away at Apostelgasse 1
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 3.22 € per person per night (mandatory tourism tax, paid at check-in)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; an additional 50 € incidental hold per night on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Neuapostolische Kirche Gemeinde Wien-Landstraße (194 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Kirche der Siebenten-Tags Adventisten (588 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Elisabethinen-Kirche (672 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Salesianerinnenkirche (871 m · ~11 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Ringstraßen-Galerien — 1.5 km · ~18 min walk
Haubenstock-Ramati-Park — 282 m · ~4 min walk
Bezirksmuseum Landstraße — 116 m · ~1 min walk
Operntheather L.E.O. — 307 m · ~4 min walk
The SilverSlide and the 3 Tires — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Erste — 410 m · ~5 min walk
Neuling-Apotheke — 250 m · ~3 min walk
Sonnentor — 525 m · ~7 min walk
Rochusgasse — 530 m · ~7 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro (EUR)
You can exchange currency at the airport but expect poor rates; better to exchange at a local bank or at a post office. You can also use ATMs to withdraw Euros with your debit/credit card.
Most places accept Maestro, Visa, Mastercard, and American Express; contactless payments are common, especially in shops and restaurants.
Tipping is not expected but rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% in restaurants and bars is considered polite. For taxi drivers, rounding up the fare is sufficient, and hotel staff don't expect tips.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A coffee costs around 2-3 EUR at a local café or bakery.
You can find a budget lunch for around 8-10 EUR at a street food stall or a casual restaurant.
A affordable dinner main course costs around 15-20 EUR at a mid-range restaurant.
You can find cheap eats at the Naschmarkt, a popular market area with food stalls and small restaurants.
Lidl and Spar are budget supermarket chains common in this area.
You can find affordable high-street shopping at the Graben shopping street or at the nearby Albertinaplatz market.
The cheapest way to get around is by using the U-Bahn (subway), which costs around 2.20 EUR per ride or 8.20 EUR for a 24-hour ticket. From the airport, take the CAT (City Airport Train) to the U-Bahn station for around 12 EUR.
Buy a Wiener Linien card for unlimited public transport, consider walking or cycling, and eat at street food stalls or markets for affordable meals.
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Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Wien, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at magdas Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Erste — 410 m · ~5 min walk — pharmacy · Neuling-Apotheke — 250 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Vienna International Airport (VIE) → Wien Mitte (Landstraße)
💡 Take the cheaper S-Bahn (S7) instead — €4.40, only 25 minutes. CAT is fast but overpriced unless you need luggage space.
Stephansplatz (U1) → Karlsplatz (U4) → Hotel Johann Strauss (nearest: Karlsplatz or Kettenbrückengasse)
💡 Buy a 24-hour pass (€8) if you're using public transport more than three times — machines at every station take coins or card.
Vienna International Airport (VIE) → Hotel Johann Strauss (Favoritenstraße 12, 1040)
💡 Avoid touts at arrivals; use the official taxi stand or pre-book with 'Taxi 40100'. Pay cash to skip card surcharge.
Vienna International Airport (VIE) → Oper (near Hotel Johann Strauss)
💡 Ask the driver for a 'Kurzstrecke' if you're only going a few stops — not advertised but cheaper.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at magdas Hotel?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the inner courtyard. Less street noise from Ungargasse, and the higher floors avoid ground-level bustle. The lift runs to all floors, so no stair pain.
Which rooms should I avoid at magdas Hotel?
Avoid rooms on the 1st and 2nd floors facing Ungargasse. Street traffic and tram noise from the 38 address is persistent, especially on lower levels. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft — clanking can carry.
Is magdas Hotel noisy?
Ungargasse carries tram line 71 and regular bus traffic. Street-facing rooms get rumble from 6am to midnight. The entrance at 38, Ungargasse sees foot traffic and taxi drop-offs. No major club or station, but it's a lively inner-city street.
Which rooms have the best views at magdas Hotel?
Courtyard view — no traffic, just the quiet Viennese residential block. Front rooms look onto Ungargasse’s townhouses and occasional tram, which has its own charm but less peace.
What are insider tips for staying at magdas Hotel?
1. Ask reception for a courtyard-facing room when you check in — they often accommodate mid-stay switches. 2. The breakfast room is on the ground floor; aim for a quiet slot around 8am to avoid the tour-group rush.
What time is check-in at magdas Hotel?
Check-in at magdas Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does magdas Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free unlimited Wi‑Fi for all guests, no login or time limit; speed suitable for video calls and streaming (approx 50 Mbps download)
Is there a city or tourist tax at magdas Hotel?
3.22 € per person per night (mandatory tourism tax, paid at check-in)
Where can I eat cheaply near magdas Hotel?
You can find a budget lunch for around 8-10 EUR at a street food stall or a casual restaurant.
What is the cheapest way to get around from magdas Hotel?
The cheapest way to get around is by using the U-Bahn (subway), which costs around 2.20 EUR per ride or 8.20 EUR for a 24-hour ticket. From the airport, take the CAT (City Airport Train) to the U-Bahn station for around 12 EUR.
When is the best time to visit Wien?
May, June, and September offer long days, temperatures in the low 20s °C, and fewer crowds than peak July–August. The city’s parks and outdoor wine taverns (Heurigen) are at their best.
Top Attractions in Wien
💡 Go on Saturday morning for the adjacent flea market (Flohmarkt) – you can find vintage postcards and oddities for a euro. Avoid midday on weekends; it's packed.
💡 Stand just inside the main door and look up to see the stone pulpit. Free guided tours in English at 2pm on Saturdays (check schedule). Catacombs tour costs extra but is very short.
💡 Enter from the lower gate near Rennweg. The back garden behind the Lower Belvedere has a small, quiet area with benches – good for a peaceful break.
💡 Cross the street to the Kalke village – a small, artsy market with affordable street food. The best photo spot is from the corner of Kegelgasse across the street.
💡 Arrive just before sunset. The crowds thin out and the light hits the palace facade beautifully. Bring a picnic blanket.